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FG08 WCU

2008 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

144,815 mi
Last recorded144,815 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 WCU
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 144,815 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 141,564 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both sills slightly corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2022 136,495 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 132,575 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 132,575 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 129,865 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 126,087 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 117,218 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 117,184 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 112,732 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 107,464 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 105,455 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 101,012 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 90,210 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 81,377 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 76,063 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 74,332 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS220?

Based on 191,733 MOT tests across 13,812 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,548
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
13,812
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,421
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,297
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,226
position lamp(s) not working 1,660
Headlamp aim too low 1,305
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FG08 WCU is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 87,155 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG08 WCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS220 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG08 WCU registered?

FG08 WCU is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is FG08 WCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 WCU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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